BCAB White Water Leader Training
Qualify LEVEL | 2 day(s) | Ratio 1:6
Overview
If you’re working towards your White Water Leader and want to develop your skills then this optional training course is the one for you.
This course is all about meeting your development needs. We’ll look at the leadership and rescue skills required to lead groups of white water kayaks (and potentially also OC1s or sit-on-tops) on journeys on grade 2(3) rivers. We’ll also help you to develop your own paddling skills.
We’ll make sure you’ll leave the course with a detailed picture of the assessment standard, a development plan to get you to that level and a firm grasp of what the assessment should involve.
DETAILED INFO
AIMS
To help you work towards your BCAB White Water Leader, which qualifies you to lead groups of white water kayaks on rivers up to grade 2(3).
PRE-REQUISITES
To get the most out of this course you’ll already have experience paddling grade 2(3) rivers or above.
CONTENT
We’ll look at all the skills required to lead groups of white water kayaks (or potentially OC1s or sit-on-tops) on grade 2(3) water. We’ll also take a look at rescues, dealing with and avoiding incidents.
USEFUL INFORMATION
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Instruction
Use of kit
Packed lunch and afternoon tea each day
In-course transport
NEED TO KNOW
WHAT WILL I NEED
Glenmore Lodge has a large store of equipment and clothing which you can borrow. You’re also welcome to use your own equipment and pick and choose odd items from the store. Your instructor will want to check that your personal equipment is appropriate for the course.
GLENMORE LODGE CAN SUPPLY:
- White Water Kayak
- Paddle
- Helmet
- Buoyancy Aid
- Cag
- Wetsuit
- Paddling trousers
- Wetsuit boots
- Spraydeck
- Dry bags
- Pogies/gloves
- Throwlines
- Tape & Krab
EQUIPMENT TO BRING WHICH WE DO NOT HAVE IN THE STORES.
- Off the water clothing
- Thermals and insulating layer
- Flask or Water Bottle ***
- Blister kit/ small first aid kit
- Personal toiletries & medications
- Suncream – you never know! ***
- Sun glasses & cord
- Insect repellent – it can be midgey!***
Glenmore Lodge also has a pool & climbing wall – so don’t forget your swimming/gym/climbing kit!
Items marked *** may be available to purchase from stores
